Patent Rights in the UAE – An Overview
Intellectual property rights are protected in the UAE through a set of federal laws. While intellectual property consists of a broad-spectrum of rights, including trademarks, copyright, patents, designs, geographical indication, utility, etc., in this article, we are focusing on the law surrounding patents.
New updates and procedures for Bail in the UAE
Bail is a provisional release of an accused and may be granted by the public prosecution for a felony or a misdemeanor, at any time whether on its own decision or upon request of the accused unless the accused has been referred to the competent court for trial, in which case his release falls within …
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Legal actions about emotional distress in the country
A victim or his family may suffer emotional or mental distress when a breach, violation is committed against the victim. Under the UAE law, monetary compensation, in the form of moral damages, may be sought to compensate for such mental distress or such non-financial loss, in addition to compensatory damages which may be claimed for …
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What are the general policies in commercial liabilities in the UAE?
Commercial liabilities are understood to mean liabilities of a business. In today’s world, given how much investment one puts into the business and the risks associated with it, it is very common for a business to obtain a coverage which protects the business.
Explained: Is it legal to claim unclaimed account funds from international banks?
In the United Arab Emirates, there are rules which regulate the handling of dormant accounts and unclaimed balances. These regulations are called the Central Bank Circular No. 1 of 2020 (Bank Regulations), issued by the Central Bank of the UAE. The Bank Regulations have been issued in accordance with the Federal Decree Law No. 14 …
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What you need to know about smuggling of products in the UAE?
In common language, smuggling is understood as the illegal import or export of products into or out of a country. In the UAE, the law governing smuggling is the Federal Decree No. 15 of 2022 On the Ratification of the Common Customs Law of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf and …
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LEARN MORE: PROCEDURES IN FILING A CASE FOR MONEY LAUNDERING IN THE UAE COURTS
Money laundering and related illegal activities are considered a threat not only to the economic stability of a nation, but also have the potential to weaken financial institutions and lead to an increase in crime and corruption, amongst others.
Law on Family Matters for Expatriates living in the UAE: Part V
In this final Part V of the series on family law matters for expats in the UAE, we continue to understand the key changes brought by the new law in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi, which has significant implications on non-Muslim locals and expats in Abu Dhabi.
What are the Punishments for Beggars and Unlicensed Charities in the UAE?
The United Arab Emirates has strict laws against begging and fundraising through unlicensed charities, which have been introduced and amended to preserve the image of the UAE, fight begging and organized begging, prevent funds from risks of being exploited in financing terrorism, and protect the interest of the donors of funds.
How to Avoid and Report Phishing Scams in the UAE?
Phishing scams are very common, especially with the internet being so readily accessible on mobile phones. Phishing is a scam under which a person is tricked through emails, text messages or even calls. The scam is often done with the intent to steal the personal information of the victim, including names, passwords, and credit card …
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